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- 1Rod Stewart announces final tour after heart procedure▼Rod Stewart confirms final tour after heart procedure and health scares
Rod Stewart has confirmed that his upcoming tour will be his last, citing a recent heart procedure and a series of health scares. The veteran British rock singer, known for decades of hits including 'Maggie May', is retiring from large-scale touring. Fans and commentators are reacting with tributes to his career and concern about his health.
- 2Rod Stewart announces farewell tour, says he is not retiring●Rod Stewart announces farewell tour amid health issues: ‘I’m not retiring’
Rod Stewart has announced a farewell tour while stressing that he is not retiring from music. The announcement comes as the singer has faced health issues in recent years. Fans and entertainment media are discussing the news, debating whether the tour marks a true end to his live performances or simply a scaled-down final chapter for the veteran rock star.
- 3Todd Rundgren Slams Taylor Swift as 'Apotheosis of Mediocrity'▼Todd Rundgren Slams Taylor Swift, Says She ‘Ruined Music’ and Is ‘the Apotheosis of Mediocrity’
Veteran rock musician Todd Rundgren has sharply criticized Taylor Swift, claiming she 'ruined music' and calling her 'the apotheosis of mediocrity'. The remarks from the 'Hello It's Me' singer have drawn wide attention given Swift's dominance of the music industry, with fans and commentators weighing in on whether his criticism of her songwriting and cultural influence is fair.
- 4Milwaukee Record revisits Maritime's 2011 album 'Human Hearts'▼MKE Music Rewind: Maritime, ‘Human Hearts’ (2011)
Maritime, the Milwaukee indie rock band fronted by Davey von Bohlen, released 'Human Hearts' in 2011, and Milwaukee Record has revisited the album as part of its MKE Music Rewind series looking back at notable local releases. The retrospective treatment highlights the record's standing in the city's indie music history and gives listeners a reason to revisit the band's work a decade on.
- 5Rock supergroup to release first new album in 12 years●Rock supergroup releasing first new album in 12 years: ‘It would be a shame not to’
A rock supergroup is releasing its first new album in 12 years, with members saying of the reunion, 'It would be a shame not to.' The announcement marks the band's first collection of new material in over a decade and is drawing attention from fans of the individual musicians involved. Details about the album's title, tracklist and release date have not been widely reported yet.
- 6Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst dies at 70●Understanding midnight Oil Drummer Rob Hirst Dead at 70 https:// justpaste.in/movies/understand ing-midnight-oil-drummer
Rob Hirst, the drummer and founding member of Australian rock band Midnight Oil, is reported to have died at the age of 70. Hirst co-wrote many of the band's best-known songs and was known for his politically charged performances alongside frontman Peter Garrett. Fans and fellow musicians are sharing tributes and reflecting on the band's legacy in Australian music and activism.
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Searches for 'Slam Dunk 2027' are climbing in the UK. The phrase most likely refers to the next edition of Slam Dunk, the UK's rock and alternative music festival, or possibly upcoming basketball events. No official line-up or venue details have been confirmed yet, and it is not clear which specific announcement is driving interest.
- 8Todd Rundgren Says Taylor Swift Ruined Music▼Did Taylor Swift Ruin Music? Todd Rundgren Argues The Case
Veteran rocker and producer Todd Rundgren is arguing that Taylor Swift has had a damaging effect on music, prompting coverage under the headline 'Did Taylor Swift Ruin Music?'. His comments have been picked up by classic rock outlets, adding to the ongoing debate over Swift's dominance of the pop landscape and whether her success comes at the expense of artistic depth.
- 9BrooklynVegan Went From Indie Rock Blog to Ghost Site●BrooklynVegan Went From Indie Rock Blog to Ghost Site https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/27/style/brooklyn-vegan-indie-rock
BrooklynVegan, once a leading indie rock blog, has reportedly been hollowed out into a 'ghost site' under corporate ownership, according to a New York Times Style piece. The report examines how the once-vibrant music publication now operates with little original editorial output, becoming a symbol of the broader decline of independent music blogs.
- 10Iggy Pop's 'Surfin' Bird' Serenade to His Pet Bird Resurfaces●Iggy Pop singing "Surfin' Bird" to his bird a couple of years ago 🐦 # videos # iggypop # rock # music # funny # bird
A clip of Iggy Pop singing The Trashmen's classic "Surfin' Bird" to his own pet bird is being shared again on social media, drawing amusement from rock fans. The punk icon famously recorded his own version of the song, making the moment especially fitting for viewers.
- 11Rock music world reels from five deaths in one week●Rock music world stunned by 5 deaths in a week. Here’s the latest
News outlets report that five figures from the rock music world have died within a single week, leaving fans and fellow musicians stunned. Coverage is compiling the latest tributes and reactions from across the rock community as details about the deaths continue to emerge.
- 12Rod Stewart announces The Final Encore Tour▼Eye on Entertainment: Rod Stewart announces 'The Final Encore Tour'
Rod Stewart has announced 'The Final Encore Tour', signalling what the veteran British rock singer is presenting as a concluding round of live shows. The announcement comes through entertainment outlets, with fans expected to react to news of a possible farewell run. Dates, venues and ticketing details have not been provided in the initial report, and it is not yet confirmed how extensive the tour will be.
- 13P.O.D. release new single 'Outbreak' with Cory Brandan▼P.O.D. share ‘Outbreak’ featuring Cory Brandan
P.O.D. have released 'Outbreak', a new single featuring Cory Brandan, the vocalist of Norma Jean. The track marks fresh music from the long-running San Diego rock band, with Brandan's guest vocals adding a heavier edge. Fans of the band's blend of metal, hard rock and reggae-inflected sound now have new material to react to, and early reactions online are focused on the unexpected pairing of the two acts.
- 14Japanese metal band Serra shares new track 'Bare Mask'●Today's music: SERRA 『Bare Mask』 https:// youtu.be/YW49IGSHy8Y # metal # rock # HardRock # PowerMetal # japan # music #
The Japanese metal band Serra is drawing attention with its track 'Bare Mask', being shared among rock and heavy metal listeners online. Listeners tag it under metal, hard rock and power metal, and it is being passed along as part of daily music-sharing routines among fans of the Japanese metal scene.
- 15Music Stream Shares Gorillaz and Zeds Dead Playlist●🎧 NOW PLAYING: Feel Good Inc. — Gorillaz ⏭ UP NEXT: Sweet Memories — Zeds Dead @ Sentinel777 Like, share, and subscribe
A music broadcast under the Sentinel777 name is playing Gorillaz's "Feel Good Inc." followed by Zeds Dead's "Sweet Memories", inviting listeners to follow and share. The playlist mixes alternative rock with electronic dance music, and the outlet tags itself across sports and world news topics. The engagement appears minimal so far.
- 16P.O.D. Release New Song 'Outbreak' Featuring Cory Brandan●P.O.D. Return with Heavy New Song “Outbreak” Featuring Norma Jean’s Cory Brandan: Stream
San Diego rock band P.O.D. have returned with a new single, 'Outbreak', a heavy track featuring Cory Brandan of metalcore band Norma Jean on guest vocals. The song is now available to stream, marking the veteran group's latest release. It is drawing attention among rock and metal fans as notable new music from the long-running act.
- 17Stephen Wilson Jr. Joins Eddie Vedder for 'Hunger Strike' Duet▼Watch Stephen Wilson Jr. Sing ‘Hunger Strike’ With Eddie Vedder
Stephen Wilson Jr. performed 'Hunger Strike' alongside Eddie Vedder at a recent show, delivering the Temple of the Dog classic as a duet. Footage of the collaboration has been shared by Rolling Stone, drawing attention from fans of both artists. The pairing of the rising country singer-songwriter with the Pearl Jam frontman on the grunge-era staple is striking chatter across music circles.
- 18Todd Rundgren says Taylor Swift 'ruined music'▼Meet rocker Todd Rundgren, who said Taylor Swift ‘ruined music’
Veteran rocker Todd Rundgren is drawing attention after remarks in which he said Taylor Swift 'ruined music'. The comments from the 1970s rock musician and producer have sparked debate online between Swift's fans and defenders of his critique, reviving arguments about pop stardom versus classic rock craftsmanship and giving Rundgren a fresh wave of media coverage.
- 19Music world mourns rock star lost to cancer▼Rock star dies as music’s disturbing cancer trend continues: Here’s who we have lost
A rock musician has died of cancer, prompting renewed discussion of how many figures from the music world have been lost to the disease. Outlets are compiling lists of musicians who have died from cancer, with commentators noting what they call a disturbing pattern in recent years.
- 20Todd Rundgren says Taylor Swift 'ruined music'▼Todd Rundgren says Taylor Swift ‘ruined music,’ calls her the ‘apotheosis of mediocrity’
Veteran musician and producer Todd Rundgren has launched a sharp attack on Taylor Swift, saying she 'ruined music' and calling her the 'apotheosis of mediocrity.' The remarks have sparked debate between Swift's huge fanbase and those sympathetic to Rundgren's criticism of modern pop, with reactions divided over whether the comments are fair critique or needless provocation.
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British indie rock band Lime Garden have released a new single, "Moving Target", which is now available to stream. The track is the latest offering from the group, who have been building attention with their taut, post-punk-influenced guitar pop. Music outlets are sharing the release as fans take their first listen to the new song.
- 22P.O.D. Release Zombie-Themed "Outbreak" Video●P.OD. Enter the Zombie Apocalypse With "Outbreak" Video
Rock band P.O.D. has released a new music video for "Outbreak," built around a zombie apocalypse theme. The band, known for their blend of metal and rap-rock, uses the horror imagery in the clip, and metal outlets are covering the release. No further details about the song or album were given in the coverage.
- 23Gorillaz Mark 25 Years Since Their Debut Album●Gorillaz Still Rock the House 25 Years After Their Debut Album
Gorillaz, the virtual band created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, are being celebrated 25 years after the release of their self-titled debut album, which introduced hits like 'Clint Eastwood' and 'Feel Good Inc.' would follow. Coverage notes the band's lasting influence on alternative and animated music projects, with their genre-blending sound still resonating with audiences a quarter-century on.
- 24'90s Southern Rock Band Announces Winter Tour Behind First Album in 28 Years▼’90s Southern Rock Legends Announce Winter Tour Supporting ‘Magnolia Medicine,’ Their First Album in 28 Years
A Southern rock act that rose to prominence in the 1990s has announced a winter tour supporting 'Magnolia Medicine,' its first studio album in 28 years. The news has fans of the era's Southern rock scene discussing the long-awaited comeback and checking whether the band will play in their city.
- 25Music fan starts building pages on German band Can●https:// garden.pivic.com/music/artists /can/ I've finally started adding some information to my favourite-artists pages
A music enthusiast has begun adding entries to his personal 'garden' of favourite-artist pages, starting with Can, the experimental German rock band. He praises them as astounding and mind-blowing, and encourages newcomers to watch the videos embedded on the page. It is a personal recommendation rather than breaking news.
- 26P.O.D. Releases New Single 'Outbreak' With Zombie Apocalypse Theme▼P.O.D. Enters Zombie Apocalypse On New Single 'Outbreak'
The band P.O.D. has released a new single titled 'Outbreak', which takes listeners into a zombie apocalypse scenario. The release comes from the long-running group known for blending metal, rap and rock. News of the track is circulating among rock and metal music fans following its announcement on music news outlets.
- 27BBC 6 Music Plays Soccer Mommy's 'Your Dog'●🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on #BBC6Music 's #CraigCharles Soccer Mommy: 🎵 Your Dog #6music #SoccerMommy ▶️ 🪄 Automagic 🔊 show 📻 play
Soccer Mommy's track 'Your Dog' is being played on BBC Radio 6 Music during Craig Charles's show. The indie rock song by the American singer-songwriter, real name Sophie Allison, is featured in the station's current playlist rotation. Listeners are noting the song's appearance on the programme, which regularly highlights new alternative and guitar music.
- 28Eddie Vedder performs Hunger Strike duet with Stephen Wilson Jr.▼Eddie Vedder sings Hunger Strike with Stephen Wilson Jr. in the US — Rolling Stone
Eddie Vedder joined singer-songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. on stage in the United States for a rendition of Hunger Strike, the Temple of the Dog classic, according to Rolling Stone. The pairing of the Pearl Jam frontman with the rising country-rock artist has drawn attention from fans of both acts.
- 29Lower Than Atlantis track airs on Forros Normales radio●🎵 Sonando en Forros Normales 🎵: here we go 👤 lower than atlantis 💿 | Tiempo: 00:03:41 ⏳ 00:03:41 #radioforra #nowplaying
The online station Forros Normales is currently playing "Here We Go" by British rock band Lower Than Atlantis, a track lasting three minutes and forty-one seconds. The song is being broadcast under the station's #radioforra now-playing tag, sharing the band's music with its Spanish-speaking audience in real time.
- 30P.O.D. Release Video for New Song 'Outbreak' with Cory Brandan●P.O.D. Share Video For New Song “Outbreak” Featuring Norma Jean’s Cory Brandan
P.O.D. have released a music video for their new song 'Outbreak', which features guest vocals from Cory Brandan of metalcore band Norma Jean. The release marks new material from the long-running San Diego rock act, and outlets covering heavy music are picking up the collaboration.
- 31P.O.D. Teams With Norma Jean's Cory Brandan For Zombie-Themed 'Outbreak' Video●P.O.D. & Norma Jean's Cory Brandan Endure The Zombie Apocalypse In "Outbreak" Music Video
P.O.D. has released a new music video for the track 'Outbreak', featuring Norma Jean vocalist Cory Brandan. The video depicts the pair enduring a zombie apocalypse, tying the song's themes to survival-horror imagery. It arrives as the veteran San Diego rock band continues rolling out new material for its current release cycle.
- 32EMF's 'Unbelievable' House Mix Spins on 90s Mixed Radio●# NowPlaying on # 90s Mixed: "Unbelievable (House Mix)" by EMF! Tune in now: https:// bit.ly/90sMixed , visit our # Tune
The internet radio station 90s Mixed is currently playing the house mix of EMF's 1990 hit 'Unbelievable', announcing the track on its Now Playing feed and directing listeners to its stream, TuneIn page and website. The British band's dance-rock single remains a staple of 90s nostalgia playlists.
- 33Mogwai and Iggy Pop Team Up on New Song 'Underground'●Mogwai Go Punk on New Iggy Pop Collab ‘Underground’
Scottish post-rock band Mogwai have released 'Underground', a new collaboration with punk icon Iggy Pop, described as a punk-leaning track. The release pairs one of the most respected instrumental rock bands of the past three decades with the Stooges frontman, an unexpected pairing that is drawing attention from rock fans and music press.
- 34The Beat Garden and U&Pia announce joint 2026 live show●https://www. wacoca.com/media/778161/ THE BEAT GARDEN×U&Pia 2MAN LIVE2026 開催決定！ # music # 音楽
Japanese rock acts The Beat Garden and U&Pia have announced a two-man live concert scheduled for 2026, with details shared under the announcement 'THE BEAT GARDEN×U&Pia 2MAN LIVE2026 開催決定'. A two-man live is a co-headlined show format popular in Japan's indie and rock scene. Further details on the date and venue have not yet circulated widely.
- 35The New Roses release new single Saints & Sinners●The New Roses release new single “Saints & Sinners” + official music video
German rock band The New Roses have released a new single, Saints & Sinners, accompanied by an official music video. The release is being picked up by rock and metal music outlets as the band continues to promote new material.
- 36New Documentary Celebrates Boston Radio Station WBCN●Documentary Celebrates Boston Radio Station WBCN
A new documentary is celebrating WBCN, the influential Boston rock radio station that helped shape the city's music culture for decades. Coverage notes the film honors the station's legacy and its role in breaking new artists and defining an era of FM radio in New England, drawing interest from longtime listeners and radio historians.
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The latest episode of 'Dancing with the Stars', themed around yacht rock music, concluded with an unexpected elimination that sent home a contestant many viewers and judges did not anticipate leaving so early. The surprise result has prompted reaction from fans debating whether the judges' scores and audience votes reflected the night's performances.
- 38Real Rebel Radio spins STARBENDERS' The Game●# NowPlaying on Real Rebel Radio: The Game by STARBENDERS! https://www. real-rebel-radio.net/popup-pla yer/
Real Rebel Radio is currently playing "The Game" by STARBENDERS, a song the Atlanta-based rock band released to audiences via its online pop-up player. The station highlighted the track with a now-playing announcement to listeners, in line with its format of showcasing independent rock acts. STARBENDERS, known for their blend of glam rock and synth pop, continue to receive airplay on niche stations that champion their music outside mainstream radio.
- 39Billy Strings Joins Pearl Jam for Neil Young Covers●Watch Billy Strings Join Pearl Jam for Two Neil Young Tunes and the PJ Song That Won Him His Fourth Grade Talent Show ht
Bluegrass guitarist Billy Strings performed alongside Pearl Jam, playing two Neil Young songs and a Pearl Jam track he says won him his fourth grade talent show. The surprise guest appearance has drawn attention from fans of both artists, with clips and reports circulating among music communities online.
- 40Real Rebel Radio Spins Soul Machine by Black Stone Cherry●# NowPlaying on Real Rebel Radio: Soul Machine by BLACK STONE CHERRY! https://www. real-rebel-radio.net/popup-pla yer/
Real Rebel Radio is currently playing 'Soul Machine' by Kentucky rock band Black Stone Cherry, sharing the track with its listeners. The station, which streams rock music online, announced the song on its live playlist feed. Fans of Southern and hard rock can tune in through the station's website to hear the track as part of its rotation.